Vogue has paid tribute to Catherine by showcasing a collection of her portraits at the esteemed National Gallery, while Meghan seems to have been left out of the spotlight.
Kensington Palace has confirmed that the Princess is scheduled to grace the reopening of the National Portrait Gallery on June 20th for those who prefer a more refined and elegant royal appearance.
Kate, a well-known patron of the museum, notably featured on the cover of British Vogue in commemoration of the magazine’s centennial exhibition at the Grade 1 listed institution.
The makeover of the MPG, supported by the Chanel Culture Fund, aimed to better reflect modern-day Britain, with hopes that she might select something special from the French House’s ateliers in honor of the event.
The National Portrait Gallery’s recent transformation represents the most significant redevelopment project the building has undergone since 1896.
This refurbishment initiative includes a comprehensive reorganization of the collection within beautifully renovated galleries, showcasing over 50 new acquisitions and the restoration of the Grade 1 listed structure.
The gallery is set to reopen to the public starting from Thursday, June 22nd.
As part of a momentous portrait series commemorating British Vogue’s anniversary, the Duchess is poised to grace newsstands as the cover star for the June issue.
Fans of royalty and art enthusiasts alike will have the opportunity to once again admire Kate’s rare magazine photos on display from June 22nd.
Meanwhile, despite one woman being featured in a Vogue project and magazine cover, Duchess Meghan Markle was notably absent from the exhibition’s honors and mentions, not even receiving an invitation to the event.
Meghan Markle faced criticism following her September 2019 British Vogue collaboration, which coincided with a crucial point in her relationship with UK tabloids.
Her issue featured 15 remarkable female changemakers poised to make a significant impact on society in the future.
However, some Twitter users questioned why Queen Elizabeth II or other influential figures were not included in the lineup, prompting mixed reactions.
Numerous reporters, always ready with opinions on the Duchess and beyond, harshly criticized Meghan for what they deemed a hypocritical display of virtue signaling in her Vogue feature.
They accused her of excluding men from her narrative and viewed her actions as more aligned with promoting herself to an American audience rather than representing Britain.
Collaborating with the National Portrait Gallery, Vogue presented a series of captivating photographic portraits portraying a relaxed and casual side of Kate amidst the tranquil countryside.
Captured in the Norfolk countryside and styled by Vogue’s fashion director Lucinda Chambers, the images depict the Duchess in a laid-back and contented state, dressed in casual attire.
These photographs, captured by British photographer Josh Ollins, will be prominently displayed at the National Portrait Gallery, where Kate has been a devoted patron since 2012.
Kensington Palace has confirmed that the Duchess will visit the gallery on Tuesday to personally view the portraits.
In following Princess Diana’s footsteps, who graced the cover of Vogue four times, Kate’s portrayal in this series echoes a tradition of royal elegance and grace captured through the lens of esteemed photographers throughout history.